Current Initiatives
Through its Five-Year State Plan, the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities (NCCDD) supports initiatives that help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) live better lives. These projects focus on building advocacy skills, supporting community living, and helping people become more financially independent. The goal is to give people with I/DD the supports and services they need to live full, meaningful lives. Review the Council's current initiatives below. For details on completed projects, go to Past Initiatives.
2027 - 2031 Five-Year State Plan
The current Five-Year State Plan began on October 1, 2026, and ends on September 30, 2031.
Goal 1: Increase Advocacy and Leadership
Objective A: Increase Advocacy
Objective B: Educate and Engage I/DD Community
Objective C: Raise Awareness
Goal 2: Belonging and Community
Objective A: More Housing Choices and Better Transportation
Objective B: Better Prepare for and Respond to Emergencies
Objective C: Increase Access to Supports and Services
Goal 3: Increase Financial Security
Objective A: Increase Competitive Integrated Employment
Objective B: Increase Inclusive Post-Secondary Education
Objective C: Build Financial Knowledge
2022 - 2031 Five-Year State Plan (ended 9/30/26)
The previous Five-Year State Plan began on October 1, 2022, and ends on September 30, 2026.